Pics of my new '12 TSX SE :)

[Bobby B.]

Congratulations! That's a beautiful car RaskyR1

 

[mbkite]

Rasky good looking car good luck with it
But to change the subject what do you think of the 2012 Daytona 675 r
Triumph I know your a bike guy

 

[K3RMiTdot]

congrats on the tsx.

just wondering if your able to list all the products you used!

 

[Flash Gordon]

Nice ride Rasky. I have a friend with one identical to yours but his is that funky pearl white colour and is an automatic

600 miles on a tank of gas is AWESOME!

 

[RaskyR1]

Thanks again guys!

Rasky good looking car good luck with it
But to change the subject what do you think of the 2012 Daytona 675 r
Triumph I know your a bike guy

Looks like a pretty sweet bike! Been a while since I've ridden but when I do finally get another bike it will probably be Italian. Nice having something unique too that you don;t see everyday. :xyxthumbs:

congrats on the tsx.

just wondering if your able to list all the products you used!

Sure thing....

• CGCW
• Opt Power Clean
• IronX
• TarX
• Groits Garage GG6
• Opt Finish
• Crimson LC finishing pads
• CarPro Eraser
• Opti-Guard
• CarPro Micro Suede applicators and foam block (OG application)
• Megs D120 glass cleaner
• 1Z Premium Cockpit Cleaner
• Leather Masters Strong Cleaner
• Leather Master Protection Cream
• Meguiar's Hyper Dressing
• Opt Metal Polish

 

[LatinFG2]

Very nice ride Rasky.

 

[Becciasm]

Sure thing....

• CGCW
• Opt Power Clean
• IronX
• TarX
• Groits Garage GG6
• Opt Finish
• Crimson LC finishing pads
• CarPro Eraser
• Opti-Guard
• CarPro Micro Suede applicators and foam block (OG application)
• Megs D120 glass cleaner
• 1Z Premium Cockpit Cleaner
• Leather Masters Strong Cleaner
• Leather Master Protection Cream
• Meguiar's Hyper Dressing
• Opt Metal Polish

Chad, if you don't mind me asking, how would you rate the Leather Master products against other leather cleaning/conditioning products (Leatherique, Lexol, CG, Connolly, etc)?

I have a TSX coming up this summer, and it has a full black leather interior.

@Nick, this could be a good candidate for the DP Leather cleaner + conditioner review giveaway

THX in advance!

 

[Bosco]

that car is so lucky to have you.

 

[RaskyR1]

Chad, if you don't mind me asking, how would you rate the Leather Master products against other leather cleaning/conditioning products (Leatherique, Lexol, CG, Connolly, etc)?

I have a TSX coming up this summer, and it has a full black leather interior.

@Nick, this could be a good candidate for the DP Leather cleaner + conditioner review giveaway

THX in advance!

There is a LOT of conflicting information on leather care from the manufactures themselves and it's pathetic IMO that they can be so far apart on proper leather care advice. Which side you choose is up to you but I went with the side that says coated leather needs nothing more than regular cleaning with water based cleaners and sealing with a protector after that...aka Leather Masters.

There are countless threads out there (Autopia) where leather care experts argue back and forth about what should be done, but the below info is taken from Judyb who works for LTT in the UK. Her advice has always been the most straight forward, sincere, and not cloudy with fancy words.

Keep your leather clean by protecting it with a leather protector and then regular cleaning.
Adding 'conditioners' which generally contain oils and waxes will change the appearance of your leather over time as dirt will build up on the surface and cause a sheen.

Using the correct care methods and products will not alter the factory finish.

The type of leather you have is 'coated' leather. This is essentially a 'painted' leather
with a clear coat finish over the top. The leather may or may not be dyed through with
aniline dyes prior to the finish coating.

Essentially it is this top coating that needs looking after.
Cleaning is vitally important as the top coat will wear away if allowed to become dirty.
Dirt on the surface will also become ground into the finish by constant abrassion.

'Conditioners', balms, feeds etc (traditionally oil and wax based) cannot penetrate this
finish so are not worth applying - they can also leave behind residues on the finish which will only attract more dirt if allowed to remain. 'Conditioners' will not do any
protecting on leather even if they say they do as there will not be enough active
ingredient in them to do anything.

A protector will make the finish easier to clean and also inhibit dye transfer etc
on pale coloured leathers.

Leather however finished has to remain breathable and it will allow the movement of
moisture back and forth (transpiration) so the use of water based cleaners and
protectors will keep the leather correctly hydrated which is essentail to keeping it in
good condition.

Leather needs a little regular care and attention and this can be done with a maintenance product rather than a deep clean which you would then only need to do once or twice a year depending on usage and colour.

The routine for correct care should be

Protect from new (Auto Ultra Protect)
Maintain with a regular clean or maintenance product (Auto Ultra Maintain)
Deep clean with a foam cleaner once or twice a year (Auto Ultra Foam)

Simple steps of cleaning & protecting will prolong the life of the finish on the leather

Hope this helps
Judyb

 

[Becciasm]

There is a LOT of conflicting information on leather care from the manufactures themselves and it's pathetic IMO that they can be so far apart on proper leather care advice. Which side you choose is up to you but I went with the side that says coated leather needs nothing more than regular cleaning with water based cleaners and sealing with a protector after that...aka Leather Masters.

There are countless threads out there (Autopia) where leather care experts argue back and forth about what should be done, but the below info is taken from Judyb who works for LTT in the UK. Her advice has always been the most straight forward, sincere, and not cloudy with fancy words.

thanks for taking the time to post that information. Leather Masters added to cart.